Strength and Exercise

The 5R Protocol is a step-by-step, functional medicine approach to healing the gut by addressing the root causes of digestive issues—not just the symptoms. It includes five key phases: Remove harmful triggers, Replace missing digestive support, Reinoculate the gut with beneficial bacteria, Repair the gut lining, and Rebalance lifestyle habits that impact gut health. This personalized, holistic method has helped many people find lasting relief from issues like bloating, food sensitivities, IBS, and more, and can be a powerful next step toward feeling like yourself again.

Feeling drained, scattered, or stuck in stress mode? It might be time to take a walk - in the woods. Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice that’s all about slowing down and soaking in the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. Backed by science, this simple ritual can lower stress hormones, boost your immune system, improve mood, and leave you feeling mentally refreshed and physically energized. The best part? No gym membership or fancy gear required - just you, some trees, and a little presence. At Functional Reset NP, we believe that healing starts with reconnecting - to your body, your environment, and the rhythms of nature. If you're ready to boost your energy, sleep better, and feel more like you again, forest bathing could be the (free) lifestyle shift you didn’t know you needed.

Ever wonder why treating just one symptom doesn’t necessarily leave you feeling your best? Approaching health through a functional medicine lens may be the answer, where we look at your body as one interconnected system—because when everything works together, that’s when the real healing happens!

This blog post is all about understanding how your hormones affect your overall health and well-being. It explains the role of key hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and thyroid hormones, and how imbalances can lead to issues like fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, and more. We also dive into how stress and other factors can throw your hormones off balance. At Functional Reset NP, we take a holistic approach to help you restore balance and feel your best through personalized, natural treatment plans. If you’re struggling with hormonal imbalances, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Struggling with hormone balance? The good news is, nutrition plays a huge role in supporting your hormones—no miracle diets required! In this post, I break down how simple food choices (hello, Mediterranean diet!) can help you keep your hormones happy, balanced, and energized, without giving up the foods you love. Time to eat your way to harmony!